A92/100
HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 57,931 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA4085398
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 777.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1991.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM
Is HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1991. Violation types include MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM serve?
HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 57,931 people, Virginia.
What type of water does HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM provide?
HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is VA4085398.
How does HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Virginia?
HANOVER SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM scores 92/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.